Abode Systems has a new Garage Tilt Sensor and Outdoor Contact Sensor on the market. According to Abobe, the new sensors aim to provide reliable monitoring for garage doors, gates, sheds and other points of entry that traditional indoor sensors don’t cover on the Abode system. They can also be paired with Abode’s automation engine (CUE) to create automations such as the garage door closing after being open for a set amount of time.
New Abode Perimeter Sensors Aim to Bolster Security
“Break-ins usually don’t start at the front door. Unlocked side gates or garages present vulnerable access points often left unmonitored by homeowners,” said Chris Carney, CEO and Founder of Abode.
“We built these sensors because the perimeter of a home deserves the same protection as the inside of it.”
Garage Tilt Sensor
The Garage Tilt Sensor detects motion by sensing when a surface changes orientation more than 45-degrees from its resting position in either direction, cementing its use cases in up-and-over-style or tilt-style garage doors, attic hatch doors, basement tilt windows and any hinged panel that swings open at an angle.
Homeowners receive an alert in the Abode app if the sensor is triggered, like when a garage door begins to open or close.
Outdoor Contact Sensor
The Outdoor Contact Sensor is purpose-built for metal gates, sheds, storage units, mailboxes and detached garages. A stronger magnet and wider activation gap reduce the false alarms that plague indoor sensors used outside. When triggered, the mid-size sensor will immediately notify users through the Abode app, allowing them to respond quickly to unexpected activity.
An IP66-rated enclosure withstands dust and heavy rain year-round, and dual tamper switches protect against exposure and interference, adding an extra layer of security for sensors in exposed areas.
Both sensors must be paired with an Abode hub for full functionality with connectivity able to extend up to 500 ft under optimal operating conditions. Easy-to-follow set up instructions guide users through testing the sensor’s wireless range prior to installation to ensure its connectivity before mounting.
Why Integrators Should Take Note
While these sensors largely target the DIY audience, they still have the potential to offer more affordable means of monitoring a property’s perimeter when full-fledged security systems are either unaffordable or undesirable from the homeowner’s perspective.
These devices also highlight more niche areas of a property that should be considered when securing a home overall, especially in the case of the garage door, which is something many automated security systems might miss at first pass.
Availability and Pricing
The Garage Tilt Sensor (MSRP $34.99) and Outdoor Contact Sensor (MSRP $49.99) are available now at goabode.com.
Abode is also celebrating the launch with a limited time offer: the Perimeter Protection Bundle (one of each sensor) for $59.99.
